Monaco from the F3 and F2 drivers that race there is some of what is covered in this week’s Racecraft & Race Cars Roundup. I also have data analysis tips, a cornering masterclass you can attend and much more!
Overview
Racecraft Tips & Techniques
Motorsport Data Analysis Explained | Coaching Drivers with Circuit Tools
Greg De Giorgis, professional Data Engineer, takes us through a worked example of analysing driver data in Circuit Tools 3.
In this example he looks at a single driver, himself, with only a single camera and basic GNSS data only to see what insights you can still gain when you don’t have anyone to compare to and minimal data channels.
Greg gives some great insight using his experience of both data engineering and driver coaching, but also his extensive knowledge of Circuit Tools and the Sebring circuit.
Circuit Tools analysis software is aimed at drivers and is quick and simple to use. The software is designed to automate many tasks and present a driver with the information required to improve lap times.
Circuit Tools is free to download and with no subscription or paywall features it is compatible with Windows, macOS and iOS devices. You can review video and data from your VBOX device, or even from your simulator.
VBOX Circuit Tools: https://vboxmotorsport.co.uk/en/circuit-tools
The Chicane Club: https://www.thechicane.club/
F3 and F2 Drivers Discuss Racing in Monaco
In the run-up to last weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix, drivers racing in both the F3 and F2 categories described to Feeder Series what it is like racing in the principality, especially after 3 months of inactivity like the F3 drivers have had!
- F3 drivers on the challenge of racing in Monaco after unplanned three-month break
- The highs and lows of Monaco, as told by F2 drivers
Speed Secrets: References, References, Everywhere are References
For race drivers, success often comes down to recognizing the smallest details. In this insightful article, driving coach and author Ross Bentley explains why developing more reference points around a circuit—what you see, hear, and feel—can dramatically improve consistency and speed. By expanding the number of cues you use while driving, you can identify mistakes sooner, make smaller corrections, and ultimately become a more effective racer.
Whether you’re a novice racer, experienced competitor, or dedicated sim racer, Bentley’s advice provides a practical framework for improving your track awareness and performance. Read the original article here: Speed Secrets: References, References, References!
Ross Bentley’s Cornering Masterclass
Ross is also offering a 2-part Cornering Masterclass on July 6 & 8, 2026. Full details can be found here.
The Importance of the First 30 Seconds of a Race
Dan Wells of Drivers Lab explains the importance of the first 30 seconds of a race. “Drivers spend hundreds of hours chasing tenths in qualifying trim. They spend almost no structured time on the one moment that can gain or cost them five places before the first corner.”
Read the full column on LinkedIn here.
Why You Need a Mental Fitness Plan
According to Enzo Mucci, “Mental fitness is about having a training plan in place so you workout your mental muscles each day.”
Race Car & Series Developments
Top Teams to Contest Second FIA F4 World Cup as Build-Up Continues
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has announced a new entry model for the FIA F4 World Cup that will guarantee top junior single-seater teams from across the globe contest the eagerly anticipated second running in November.
After the announcement last month that the follow up edition of the showpiece event for the FIA’s entry-level single-seater category will be run as part of the billing of the 73rd Macau Grand Prix (November 19-22), the highly successful multi-team model, used for the FIA FR World Cup, will now be adopted for the FIA F4 World Cup.
It follows an evaluation of the arrive-and-drive concept that was trialled for last season’s inaugural FIA F4 World Cup, when some of the sport’s most promising young drivers assembled to race for one central operation.
All drivers will use Pirelli-equipped Formula 4 cars on the Guia Circuit, one of the world’s most challenging and iconic street tracks, with more details to be announced soon.
The second FIA F4 World Cup also features an expanded grid size in 2026 with 24 spaces now available after the line-up was limited to 20 cars in 2025.
In partnership with the FIA, the Automobile General Association Macao-China (AAMC) will pre-select the top-performing teams from national Formula 4 Championships Certified by the FIA based on their sporting results.
These teams will each nominate a line-up of drivers, many of whom will be building their experience of the Guia Circuit for the first time, for what promises to be a highly competitive 24-car entry.
Co-organised by FIA Member Club, the Automobile General Association Macao-China (AAMC), the Macau Grand Prix is widely recognised as a proving ground for rising stars of motor sport, with the event’s 6.120-kilometre layout firmly established as a tough but rewarding track to take on.
FIA Single-Seater Commission President Emanuele Pirro said: “The introduction of the FIA F4 World Cup last season provided the perfect opportunity for drivers starting their single-seater adventures to build their knowledge and understanding of the Guia Circuit and Macao as a whole at an entry level before they hopefully progress to the FIA FR World Cup in the future. We are very pleased to see Formula 4 continuing to grow, with the FIA F4 World Cup in Macao reflecting the category’s international reach and bringing together the best young drivers worldwide. The introduction of team-operated entries, in line with the FIA FR World Cup model, alongside an expanded grid, further strengthens the platform we offer to emerging drivers on the global stage.”
Audi Hints at Return to GT3 With Newly Launched Nuvolari
Audi’s newly launched Nuvolari road car could bring the German manufacturer back into factory-supported GT3 competition, with subtle hints pointing towards a potential future racing program for the car.
“Audi has yet to officially comment on how the Nuvolari will be produced, although it’s understood to be on a shared platform with the recently launched Lamborghini Temerario, which is already offering a GT3 model.”
Round 3 of the South African Endurance Series
Entries are now open for Round 3 of the South African Endurance Series at Killarney International Raceway, taking place 31 July – 1 August.
While endurance racing remains at the heart of the event, the race weekend offers opportunities for a wide range of competitors across both car and motorcycle categories. Whether you’re a regular competitor or considering a new challenge, Killarney provides an excellent opportunity to be part of one of South Africa’s premier national motorsport events
More details can be found here.
2026 Hankook 25H Fun Cup Schedule Released
The full schedule for the 2026 edition of the Hankook 25H Fun Cup. The race takes place from July 2-5, 2026. Full details can be found here.
From the Sim Racing Roundup
Cadillac Formula 1 Team Simulator Set-Up
The Cadillac Formula 1 Team’s simulator set-up is just one of the topics covered in last week’s Sim Racing Roundup. I also have more detail on Lewis Hamilton’s lack of interest in sim training, the latest tech news and more!
Track Days
Introducing Black Rock Motor Resort | Australia’s first luxury motor resort
GR Premiers GRMN Corolla
GAZOO Racing (GR) held the world premiere recently of the GRMN Corolla—the ultimate GR Corolla, engineered to deliver a confident, full-throttle experience on Germany’s Nürburgring racetrack, the starting point for both GR, which is committed to building ever-better motorsports-bred cars, and Toyota Master Driver Morizo. The GRMN Corolla represents a comprehensive honing of the GR Corolla ignited by Morizo’s strong desire to “bring back a Corolla that captivates our customers”.
In addition to development through track testing at the Nürburgring, the GRMN Corolla also went through its paces in Japan’s Super Taikyu Series. It was also methodically validated using advanced driving simulators. But it was driving it at the Nürburgring that brought unexpected challenges to the fore. The development team overcame those challenges one by one in pursuit of achieving a high level of car-driver unity, enabling the car and driver to remain in constant, effective communication even when pushing the limits.
Full details can be found here.
6 Life-Changing Turns You Need to Experience
Grassroots Motorsports lists 6 life-changing turns you need to experience. “We’re not talking about tracks here, we’re talking about turns. We’re talking about those momentary flashes of brilliance–or frustration–that stick with you for the rest of the lap, even while you’re trying to focus on the other dozen or so corners you need to worry about. Or they give you butterflies during the tow there. Or they put a smile–or a grimace–on your face on the drive home.”
Read what they are here.
Why the Everyday Enthusiast is Disappearing from the New-Car Market
Misha Charoudin explains why the everyday enthusiast is disappearing from the new-car market.
“Performance cars remain a major part of the market. Automakers continue launching powerful sports cars, track-focused specials, high-performance SUVs, and increasingly rapid electric vehicles. In many respects, enthusiasts have more performance than ever before. The problem is that much of it has become financially inaccessible.”
Read his full column here.
Exocets Done Three Different Ways
GrassRoots Motorsports looks at the 3 models of Exomotive Exocet in an article originally published in 2016. “An Exocet might look like a pile of tubes, but… well, it is. Thanks to a design that’s somewhere between an old-school sand rail and a one-off track machine, Exocets are tube-frame kit cars that are startlingly fast.”
Read the full article here. The company website can be found here: Exomotive
Author: Mark Boudreau
Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects and the host of the Motorsport Prospects Podcast. As a lawyer, he applies his legal background and research skills to assist race drivers by showcasing the resources they need to make their motorsport careers happen.
